Chapter 168



"Okay," I nodded at Jacqueline, "Jacqueline, we're heading out now."

Jacqueline seemed to notice my unease as well. She glanced upstairs, probably curious about what I had discussed with Mr. Wagner, but she didn't hold us back. "Take care on your way," she said.

As Ernest and I left and got into the car, I was about to start the engine when he stopped me. "What's wrong?"

"It's nothing, just brought up my parents," I didn't hide anything from Ernest.

"Did you ask about their accident?" Ernest guessed immediately.

I couldn't help but let out a sarcastic laugh. "Influenced by you, I wanted some clarity."

"And?" he pressed on.

Thinking back to Herschel's words, I started the car and hit the gas, giving Ernest his answer. "Just an accident."

As we drove away from the Wagner residence, I added, "There was an official investigation at the scene."

By now, the city was alive with lights and bustling activity, especially near the pedestrian street, where traffic had

yet?" I broke the silence while we waited for a red

"No," Ernest replied honestly.

long day. Let me treat you

"Okay," he didn't refuse.

the car, we walked towards the lively food stalls. I pointed authoritatively, "Tonight, all

had I finished speaking than I felt a bump, sending me staggering to one side. Instinctively,

was right in front

And with Ernest's face so close to mine, our

hustle and bustle of the street, this little screw-up

gasping

chimed

Amidst the growing crowd's

face turned red,

to

but couldn't.

realized Ernest was holding me by

go; instead, he pulled

in my ear,

feeling shy,

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